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Hazardous Surf Forecast For NSW Coast

Rock fishers, swimmers, surfers, and recreational boat users looking to make the most of the afternoon sun after work this week are being urged to exercise caution with hazardous surf expected along much of the NSW Coast.


Profile of the Month: Debbie Cooper

Debbie Cooper is the type of volunteer that every surf club needs to help run smoothly and efficiently. A go-getter, a former Nipper parent, and an enthusiastic advocate on the importance of beach safety, the long-time North Entrance administrator is worthy choice for October’s Member of the Month.


NSW Duo Europe Bound

Two New South Wales athletes will be getting some new stamps in their passports next month after they were announced as part of the Australian Life Saving Pool Rescue Team that will be travelling to Europe as preparations for next year’s World Championships continue to gather momentum.


Ocean Beach Mourns Death of Lifesaver

Despite the best efforts of volunteer surf lifesavers and paramedics, a well-respected member of Ocean Beach SLSC was unable to be revived after suffering what appears to be a medical emergency while participating in a social swim last Sunday.


Copacabana Members Honoured For Saving Cyclist

As surf lifesavers you never know when or where your skills could be called upon to save a life, and for September’s Rescue of the Month winners Stuart Sutton and his son Callum from Copacabana SLSC that moment came in the unlikely surrounds of Adcock Park on the NSW Central Coast.


Ocean Beach Swim Ends In Tragedy

Despite the best efforts of volunteers surf lifesavers and paramedics a man was unable to be revived after suffering a medical emergency at Ocean Beach on the state’s Central Coast on Sunday.


Priceless Experience For Returning Pool Juniors

Earlier this week, the NSW U18 Pool Rescue Development team returned from their foray across the Tasman with plenty of stories to tell and a renewed appreciation for the challenges of taking their sporting performances to the next level.


Emerging Athletes Put Through Paces

While their peers relaxed during the final weekend of the October school holidays, a group of the state’s most promising ocean competitors traded books for swimsuits at an intensive camp designed to improve their skills while giving them an early insight into the reality of life for an elite surf sport athlete.